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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 6h

Access to Pleasant Street remains open, but drivers should enter from St Paul Place instead of Charles Street.

Stay updated as work continues at:
👉 buff.ly/m9Wo1hq

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 6h

The project began on September 11, 2025, and will take about 16 weeks to complete. During construction, the right lane of Charles Street is closed from the bus stop to just north of Pleasant Street.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 6h

🚧 Charles & Pleasant Manhole Rebuild 🚧

We’re rebuilding the manhole at Charles and Pleasant Streets to reinforce its roof, walls, and floor—making sure this underground structure stays strong and reliable for years to come.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 8h

💻 Attend online: buff.ly/nSxcXLP

📞 Call in: 408-418-9388
Access Code: 2331 280 9759

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 8h

Join us for an informational meeting to learn about the updated route and when improvements will take effect.
📅 Wednesday, October 15
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Rita R. Church Community Center
2101 St. Lo Dr, Baltimore, MD 21213

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 8h

NEXT WEEK

The Green Route is getting better! 🌿
Changes are coming to the Charm City Circulator Green Route — and we want to share what’s ahead!

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

For event information, visit thebaltimoremarathon.com.
Let’s cheer on the runners and keep our city moving safely!

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

🔹 Pay attention to parking restrictions—violating vehicles will be ticketed and towed.

To plan your travel, view our interactive road closure map and get full details here:
👉 buff.ly/TuAqEzQ

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

🔹 The Charm City Circulator will suspend service on the Orange, Green, Purple, and Banner routes from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., resuming service until midnight. The Cherry Route will run regular service south of Henrietta Street.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

🔹 Travel inside or across the race footprint will be difficult—expect significant delays and plan ahead.
🔹 Use alternate routes outside the footprint or travel before races begin/after they end.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

To keep participants and spectators safe, temporary road closures, lane restrictions, parking bans, and commercial vehicle restrictions will be in effect throughout the day.
🔹 Races begin between 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., with all courses closing by 3:00 p.m.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

🏃♀️ Baltimore Running Festival – Traffic and Parking Impacts on Saturday, October 18 🏃♂️

The 25th annual Baltimore Running Festival takes place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, bringing over 14,000 runners to city streets for the marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K races.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

📍 In Person:
Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary/Middle School
3501 Hillsdale Road, Baltimore, Maryland
Accessible by MTA Lime, 31

💻 Join Online:
buff.ly/z6oO1gC

Got questions or need accommodation?
📧 [email protected]
📞 410-396-6802

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 10h

W. Forest Park Ave Traffic Calming Initiative

Join us to learn more about planned safety improvements along W. Forest Park Avenue.

📅 Tuesday, October 28
🕕 6:00 PM

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 11h

It's Harbormaster Appreciation Day!

In case you missed it, our Harbormaster Mike McGeady did an interview with the Baltimore Banner: buff.ly/p6MXkzl

And make sure you follow him over at @BHarbormaster!

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 15h

We require signing in to prevent multiple anonymous entries by a single person.

Why Google isn’t working for you is strange though, not sure why that is.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 16h

🔗 Join here: buff.ly/jrJyeSv
📞 Or call in: 2337 914 1274
🔒 Passcode: 234 9979 5815
📧 Need accommodations? Email [email protected] or call 410-361-9720.

More info: buff.ly/sY3UMzf

BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 16h

We’ll be talking about all things micromobility in Baltimore: e-scooters, bike share, accessible options, and more. Your feedback helps shape the future of transportation in our city.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 16h

🛴🚲 Join us for the next Micromobility Committee Quarterly Meeting!

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 8
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 16h

HAPPENING NOW

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 17h

Thank you for helping make Baltimore’s streets safer, greener, and more beautiful.

📸 Photos by Mae Hanzlik

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 17h

As we wrap up this phase, we’re turning our attention to beautifying the Big Jump — and we want your input! 💬
Take our short 5-question survey to tell us what you’d like to see next,.
🗓️ The survey closes on October 26.

👉 buff.ly/mYg28gc

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 17h

We also refreshed bike and pedestrian symbols along the corridor.
This week, crews are installing more flex posts, adding green pavement paint, and making improvements at Lakeview and Linden Avenue.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 17h

🚧 Big Jump Update: Concrete Barriers Installed + Beautification Survey! 🌿

Work on the Big Jump continues! Last week, our contractor installed new concrete jersey barriers on the bridge and added a crosswalk at Eutaw Place and Druid Park Lake Drive.

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BmoreCityDOT @bmorecitydot.bsky.social · 1d

Her commitment to professional growth, mentorship, and technical excellence inspires our entire team. Great work, Bineeta!